금강산도 밥 먹고 구경.
geumgangsando bap meokgo gugyeong.
Even Mt. Geumgang is better after eating.
Signification
It's best to take care of basic needs before enjoying leisure activities.
Contexte culturel
Food is the center of social life. Asking 'Did you eat?' is a sign of care. Similar focus on food, but often emphasizes the 'choice' of food over other things. Food is considered the 'heaven' of the people, showing its absolute importance. Food is a communal, long-lasting event that brings people together.
Use it to be polite
It's a great way to suggest a break without sounding like you're complaining.
Food is life
Remember that in Korea, food is a central part of every social interaction.
Signification
It's best to take care of basic needs before enjoying leisure activities.
Use it to be polite
It's a great way to suggest a break without sounding like you're complaining.
Food is life
Remember that in Korea, food is a central part of every social interaction.
Teste-toi
Complete the proverb.
금강산도 ____ 먹고 구경.
The proverb is '금강산도 밥 먹고 구경'.
When should you use this phrase?
Which situation is appropriate for using the proverb?
It is used to prioritize food before a leisure activity.
Choose the best response.
Friend: '배고파서 아무것도 못 하겠어.' You: '____'
This is the most natural and encouraging response.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Select the correct usage.
As a proverb, it is usually stated as a fact.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercices금강산도 ____ 먹고 구경.
The proverb is '금강산도 밥 먹고 구경'.
Which situation is appropriate for using the proverb?
It is used to prioritize food before a leisure activity.
Friend: '배고파서 아무것도 못 하겠어.' You: '____'
This is the most natural and encouraging response.
Select the correct usage.
As a proverb, it is usually stated as a fact.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsNo, it's a very common and acceptable way to suggest a break.
It's specifically about food, but it can be used metaphorically for any basic need.
It's just a metaphor; you don't have to like the mountain.
Expressions liées
식후경
specialized formViewing after eating.
금강산도 식후경
synonymSame as the main phrase.
밥심으로 산다
similarLiving by the power of rice.
배고프면 예민해
builds onIf you're hungry, you're sensitive.
